Haier HW120-B14686 Series User manual

GB
User manual
Washing machine
HW120-B14686 *
*= Country specic code

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safe and proper installation, use and maintenance.
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and safety warnings.
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1-Safety information........................................................................................................................... 4
2-Productdescription ......................................................................................................................... 7
3-Control panel .................................................................................................................................... 8
4-Programmes...................................................................................................................................12
5-Consumption..................................................................................................................................13
6-Daily use ...........................................................................................................................................14
7-Eco-friendly washing ....................................................................................................................19
8-Care and cleaning ..........................................................................................................................20
9-Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................23
10-Installation.....................................................................................................................................27
11-Technical data...............................................................................................................................31
12-Customer service........................................................................................................................33

1-Safety information GB
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Before switching on the appliance for the rst time read the follow-
ing safety hints!:
WARNING!
Before rst use
▶Make sure there is no transport damage.
▶Make sure all transport bolts are removed.
▶Remove all packaging and keep out of children´s reach.
▶Handle the appliance always with at least two persons because it
is heavy.
Daily use
▶This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental ca-
pabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
▶Keep away children under 3 years of age from the appliance un-
less they are constantly supervised.
▶Children shall not play with the appliance.
▶Do not let children or pets come close to the appliance when the
door is open.
▶Store washing agents out of reach of children.
▶Pull up zips, x loose threads and take care for small items to pre-
vent laundry from being entangled. If necessary, use an appropri-
ate bag or net.
▶Do not touch or use the appliance when barefoot or with wet or
damp hands or feet.
▶Do not cover or encase the appliance during operation or after-
wards to allow any moisture or dampness to evaporate.
▶Do not place heavy objects or sources of heat or damp on top of
the appliance.
▶Do not use or store flammable detergent or dry cleaning agent in
close vicinity to the appliance.
▶Do not use any flammable sprays in close vicinity to the appliance.
▶Do not wash any garments treated with solvents in the appliance
without having dried them previously in the air.

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WARNING!
Daily use
▶Do not remove or insert the plug in the presence of flammable
gas
▶Do not hot wash foam rubber or sponge-like materials.
▶Do not wash any laundry which is polluted with flour.
▶Do not open detergent drawer during any wash cycle.
▶Do not touch the door during the washing process, it gets hot.
▶Do not open the door if the water level is visibly over the porthole.
▶Do not force the door to open. The door is tted with a self-lock
device and will open shortly after the washing procedure is ended.
▶Switch o the appliance after each wash programme and before
undertaking any routine maintenance and disconnect the appli-
ance from the electrical supply to save electricity and for safety.
▶Hold the plug, not the cable, when unplugging the appliance.
Maintenance / cleaning
▶Make sure children are supervised if they carry out cleaning and
maintenance.
▶Disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply before un-
dertaking any routine maintenance.
▶Keep the lower part of the porthole clean and open door and de-
tergent drawer if appliance is not in use to prevent odours.
▶Do not use water spray or steam to clean the appliance.
▶Replace a damaged supply cord only by the manufacturer, its ser-
vice agent or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
▶Do not try to repair the appliance by yourself. In case of repair
please contact our customer service.
Installation
▶The appliance should be placed in a well-ventilated place. Ensure
a location which allows opening the door fully.
▶Never install the appliance outdoors in a damp place, or in an area
which may be prone to water leaks such as under or near a sink
unit. In the event of a water leak cut power supply and allow the
machine to dry naturally.

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Intended use
This appliance is intended for washing machine-washable laun-
dry only. Anytime follow the instructions given on the label of each
garment label. It is designed exclusively for domestic use inside the
house. It is not intended for commercial or industrial use.
Changes or modications to the device are not allowed. Unintended
use may cause hazards and loss of of all warranty and liability claims.
WARNING!
Installation
▶Install or use the appliance only where the temperature is above
5 °C.
▶Do not place the appliance directly on a carpet, or close to a wall
or furniture.
▶Do not install the appliance in direct sunlight or in the near of heat
sources(e.g. stoves, heaters).
▶Make sure that the electrical information on the rating plate
agrees with the power supply. If it does not, contact an electri-
cian.
▶Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.
▶Make sure only the delivered electric cable and hose set are used.
▶Make sure not to damage the electric cable and the plug. If dam-
aged have it replaced by an electrician.
▶Use a separate earthed socket for the power supply which is easy
accessible after installation. The appliance must be earthed.
Only for UK: The appliance’s power cable is tted with 3-cord
(grounding) plug that ts a standard 3-cord (grounded) socket.
Never cut o or dismount the third pin (grounding). After the ap-
pliance is installed, the plug should be accessible.
▶Make sure the hose joints and connections are rm and there is
no leakage.

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2.1 Picture of appliance
Front (Fig. 2-1): Rear side (Fig. 2-2):
2.2 Accessories
Check the accessories and literature in accordance with this list (Fig.:2-3):
Inlet hose-
assembly
6 Blanking
plugs
Drain hose
bracket User manual
Warranty-card
Note:
Due to technical changes and dierent models, the illustrations in the following chap-
ters may dier from your model.
2-3
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7
8
6
14 5
2 3
21 3 4 5 6 7
T1
T2
T3 T4
I1 I2
R1
R2
R3
R4
R5
R6
R7
R8
R9
R10
1 Detergent /Softener
drawer
2 Worktop
3 Display
4 Programme selector
1 Iron bar (I1-I2)
2 Transportation bolts (T1-T4)
3 Rear wall reinforcement (2 pcs.)
4 Power cord
5 Water inlet vave
6 Drain hose
7 Rear wall reinforce
ment screws
(10 pcs.; R1-R10.)
2-1 2-2
5 Panel
6 Rating plate
7 Sevice flap
8 Adjustable feet
9 Door handle

3-Control panel GB
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HW120-B14686
12kg
Mix
Cotton
Synthetic
Jeans
Sport
Wool
Underwear
Hygienic
Express 15 min
Fast
Daily Wash
Baby Care
Delicate/Silk
Hand wash
Duvet
Spin+drain
R
Temp.
Stains Extra Delay Speed
Intense
Memo
speed rinse up
Spin
capacity
123
4
58 67 9
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3.1 Detergent drawer
Open the drawer, three compartments can be
seen (Fig. 3-2):
1Compartment : Bleaching agent for cotton/syn-
thetic programme.
2Compartment : Liquid detergent for programme
3Compartment : Softener, Conditioning agent etc.
4Compartment : Powder detergent for programme
The recommendation on the type of detergents is
suitable for the various washing temperatures, please
refer to the manual of detergent.
3-2
3-1
Note : Acoustic signal
In following cases an acoustic signal sounds:
▶when pressing a button
▶when turning the programme selector
▶at the end of programme
▶in case of failures
The acoustic signal can be deselected if necessary ; see DAILY USE.
1 Detergent / Softener drawer
2 Display
3 Programme selector
4 „On/O“ button
5 “Start/Pause“ button
6 Memo
7 Speed up
8 Intense
9 Delay
10 Extra rinse
11 Stains
12 Spin speed
13 Child lock
14 Temp.
3.2 Display
If the appliance is on display will light up the actual
status on dierent sections. The information include
washing time, spin speed, temperature, etc will appear
(Fig. 3-3).
Function buttons:
Temp.
Stains Extra Delay Speed
Intense
Memo
speed rinse up
Spin
3-3

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Display symbols:
Additional programme functions
Water is not
heated up. Delay Speed up Memo
Type of stains
Wine Coee Blood Grass Ink Oil
Programme status indication Programme cycle indication
Control panel
is locked
Door is locked
(in operation)
Display for washing time, end time
delay as well as error codes and
service information.
Remaining opera-
tion time
Remaining delay
time
Rinse cycle
Nowater supply Door is open Wash cycle Spin/drainage cycle
3.5 „Start/Pause“ button
Press this button (Fig. 3-6) gently to start or inter-
rupt the currently displayed programme. During pro-
gramme run the colon in the displayed washing time is
blinking. During a pause also the time display is blinking.
3.3 Programme selector
By turning the knob (Fig. 3-4) one of 16 programmes
can be selected, related LED will light up, its default
settings will be displayed.
3-4
Mix
Cotton
Synthetic
Jeans
Sport
Wool
Underwear
Hygienic
Express 15 min
Fast
Daily Wash
Baby Care
Delicate/Silk
Hand wash
Duvet
Spin+drain
R
3.4 “On/O“ button
Press this button (Fig. 3-5) gently to switch on, the
display is shining, the LEDs in the button are shining.
Press it again for about 2 seconds to switch o. If no
panel element or programme is activated after a while
machine will shut down automatically.
3-5 3-6

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Note: Liquid detergent
If using liquid detergent, it is not recommended to activate the end time delay.
3.6.1 Function “Memo”
A programme with all of its settings can be saved for
reuse by pressing this button (Fig. 3-8).
1. Set the programme with all desired functions.
2. Press the button „Memo“ for 3 seconds. A signal
sounds and the indicator lights up.
When you want to use the stored cycle you just only
press the „Memo“ button. The indicator lights up and
the stored cycle is activated.
Delay Memo
Speed
up
3-9
Memo
3-8
3.6.2 Function “Speed up”
This function (Fig. 3-9) saves time and energy. Prefer-
able if laundry is slightly soiled.
3.6.3 Function “Delay”
Press this button (Fig. 3-10) to start the programme
with a delay. End time delay could be increased in steps
of 30 minutes from 0,5-24h. For example display o
6:30 means end of programme cycle will be in 6 hours
and 30 minutes. Press “Start/Pause” button to activate
the time delay.
The time delay must be longer than the programme run
time. Otherwise the programme will start immediately.
For deactivating the time delay; rotate programme se-
lector.
Delay
3-10
3.6 Function buttons
The function buttons (Fig. 3-7) enables additional op-
tions in the selected programme before programme
start. The related indicators are displayed.
By switching o the appliance or setting a new pro-
gramme, all options are disabled.
If a button has multiple options, the desired option can
be selected by pressing the button sequentially.
To delete the setting or to cancel the setting process,
press the function button until the desired LED lights
or -in case of only one option- the LED switches o.
Not all functions are available for all programmes (see
PROGRAMMES).
Temp.
Stains Extra Delay Speed
Intense
Memo
speed rinse up
Spin
3-7
3-7
Note: Factory settings
To get best results in each programme Haier has well dened specic default settings. If
there is no special requirement default settings are recommended.

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3.6.9 Function “Child lock”
This option blocks all panel elements against activa-
tion. After programme start press button „Temp.“ and
”Spin speed” (Fig. 3-16) for 3 seconds simultaneous-
ly; child lock symbol is displayed. For unlocking press
again the two buttons.
Temp.
speed
Spin
3-16
3.6.5 Function “Extra rinse”
Press this button (Fig. 3-12) to rinse the laundry more
intense with fresh water. This is recommended for
people with sensitive skin.
By pressing the button several times one to three ad-
ditional cycles can be selected.
Delay
Extra
rinse
DelayStains
3-13
3-12
3.6.6 Function “Stains”
Press this button (Fig. 3-13) to choose special features
for stains. The symbols are explained in section 3.2
DISPLAY.
3.6.7 Function “Spin speed”
Press this button (Fig. 3-14) to change or deselect the
spin of the programme. If no value is illuminated the
laundry will not spun.
In conjunction with the “Temp” button, the child lock
function can be switch on/o (see CHILD LOCK).
Delay
speed
Spin
3-14
Delay Temp.
3-15
3.6.8 Function “Temp.“
Press this button (Fig. 3-15) to change the washing
temperature of the programme. If is illuminated the
water will not heated.
In conjunction with the “Spin speed” button, the child
lock function can be switch on/o (see CHILD LOCK).
3.6.4 Function “Intense”
This function intensies cleaning results. Preferable if
laundry is heavily soiled. This extends the washing time
in the main wash cycle. Press simultaneously button
„Delay.“ and ”Speed up” (Fig. 3-11) for about 3 seconds
to activate the “Intense” function. The display shows
" Ion “ for activated or “ Iof “ for deactivated intense
function for a short time.
Delay Speed
up
Intense
3-11

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1) Relating to dry laundry. *: Water is not heated up.
2) Choose 90 °C wash temperature only for special hygienic requirements.
3) Reduce detergent amount because programme duration is short.
Max.
load
in kg
Tempera-
ture Preset
Spin
speed
in rpm
Function
Stains Extra rinse Intensive Speed up
in °C
Programme Fibre typemax Preset
Cotton 12 90 30 •º•/Cotton 1400 • • • •
Mix 12 60 30 •º/ /
Lightly soiled mixed-
laundry of cotton and
synthetic
1000 • • • •
Synthetic 12 60 30 •º•/Synthetic or mixed
fabric 1200 • • • •
Jeans 12 60 30 •º/ / Jeans 1000 /• • •
Sport 3 40 20 •º/ / Sports wear 800 /• • /
Wool 3 40 * •º/ /
Machine-washable
fabric made of wool
or with wool content
800 /•/ /
Underwear 6 60 40 •º//Underwear 1000 /• • •
Hygienic 6 90 90 •º//Boil-prooved cotton 1000 /• • /
Express
15 min 3) 3 40 * •º/ / Cotton / Synthetic 1000 /•/ /
Fast 3) 6 40 40 •º/ /
Lightly soiled laundry
made of cotton or
synthetic.
1000 /•/ /
Daily Wash 6 60 30 •º/ / Cotton fabrics 1000 /• • •
Baby Care 6 90 40 •º//Cotton/Synthetic 1000 /• • •
Delicate/
Silk 3 30 30 •º/ / Delicate laundry and silk 600 /•/ /
Hand Wash 3 30 30 •º/ / Laundry marked with
symbol for handwash 600 /•/ /
Duvet 3 40 40 •º//Cotton 800 /•/•
Spin + drain 12 / / / / / / all fabrics 1000 / / / /
1)
2)
R
2)
2)
2)
Detergent compartment for:
1Bleaching agent
Liquid detergent
Softener, Conditioning agent etc.
Powder detergent
2
3
4
•
Yes, º Optional, / No

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Programme
Temper-
ature
in °C
Max. load
in kg
Energy
in kWh
Water
in L
Washing
time
in h:min
Spin drying
performance
in %
Cotton *
40°C 6 0.505 43.3 3:28 53
60°C 6 0.681 43.8 3:58 53
60°C 12 0.665 61.0 3:58 53
Synthetic 40 6 1:48 49
Max.
load
in kg
Tempera-
ture Preset
Spin
speed
in rpm
Function
Stains Extra rinse Intensive Speed up
in °C
Programme Fibre typemax Preset
Cotton 12 90 30 •º•/Cotton 1400 • • • •
Mix 12 60 30 •º/ /
Lightly soiled mixed-
laundry of cotton and
synthetic
1000 • • • •
Synthetic 12 60 30 •º•/Synthetic or mixed
fabric 1200 • • • •
Jeans 12 60 30 •º/ / Jeans 1000 /• • •
Sport 3 40 20 •º/ / Sports wear 800 /• • /
Wool 3 40 * •º/ /
Machine-washable
fabric made of wool
or with wool content
800 /•/ /
Underwear 6 60 40 •º//Underwear 1000 /• • •
Hygienic 6 90 90 •º//Boil-prooved cotton 1000 /• • /
Express
15 min 3) 3 40 * •º/ / Cotton / Synthetic 1000 /•/ /
Fast 3) 6 40 40 •º/ /
Lightly soiled laundry
made of cotton or
synthetic.
1000 /•/ /
Daily Wash 6 60 30 •º/ / Cotton fabrics 1000 /• • •
Baby Care 6 90 40 •º//Cotton/Synthetic 1000 /• • •
Delicate/
Silk 3 30 30 •º/ / Delicate laundry and silk 600 /•/ /
Hand Wash 3 30 30 •º/ / Laundry marked with
symbol for handwash 600 /•/ /
Duvet 3 40 40 •º//Cotton 800 /•/•
Spin + drain 12 / / / / / / all fabrics 1000 / / / /
1)
2)
R
2)
2)
2)
The indicated consumption values may accordingly dier to local conditions.
* Standard programme for the Energy Labelling according to 2010/30 EU:
Cotton 60°C / 40°C with max. spin speed setting and activated “Intense” function.
The standard 60°C and 40°C cotton programmes are suitable to clean normally soiled
cotton laundry. They are the most ecient programmes in terms of combined energy and
water consumption for cotton laundry. Used water temperature may dier from declared
cycle temperature.
Note: Auto Weight
The appliance is equipped with a loading recognition. At low loading, energy, water and
washing time will be reduced automatically in some programs. The display shows Auto.

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6.3 Preparing laundry
▶Sort out clothes according to fabric (cotton, syn-
thetics, wool or silk) and to how dirty they are (Fig.
6-3). Pay attention to the care labelling of wash-
ing labels.
▶Separate white clothes from coloured ones.
Wash coloured textiles rst by hand to check if
they fade or run.
▶Empty pockets (keys, coins, etc.) and remove
harder decorative objects (e.g. brooches).
▶Garments without hems, delicates and nely wo-
ven textile such as ne curtains are to be put into
a wash bag to care for this delicate laundry (hand
or dry cleaning would be better).
▶Close zippers, velco fastener and hooks, make
sure the buttons are sewn on tightly.
▶Place sensitive items like laundry without rm
hem, delicate underwear (Dessous) and small
items such as socks, belts, bras, etc. in a wash
bag.
▶Unfold large pieces of fabric such as bed sheets,
bedspreads etc.
▶Turn jeans and printed, decorated or color-inten-
sive textiles inside out; possibly wash separately.
6-3
6.1 Power supply
Connect the washing machine to a power supply
(220V to 240V~/50Hz; Fig. 6-1). Please refer also to
section INSTALLATION.
6.2 Water connection
▶Before connecting check the cleanliness and clar-
ity of the water inlet.
▶Tun on the tap (Fig.6-2).
6-1 6-2
Note: Tightness
Before use check for leakage in the joints between the tap and the inlet hose by turning
on the tap.
CAUTION!
Non-textile, as well as small, loose or sharp-edged items may cause malfunctions and
damage of clothes and appliance.

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Care chart
Washing
Washable up to 95°C
normal process
Washable up to 60°C
normal process
Washable up to 60°C
mild process
Washable up to 40°C
normal process
Washable up to 40°C
mild process
Washable up to 40°C
very mild process
Washable up to 30°C
normal process
Washable up to 30°C
mild process
Washable up to 30°C
very mild process
Wash by hand
max. 40°C
Do not wash
Bleaching
Any bleaching allowed Only oxygen/
non -chlorine
Do not bleach
Drying
Tumble drying possible
normal temperature
Tumble drying possible
lower temperature
Do not tumble dry
Line drying Flat drying
Ironing
Iron at a maximum
temperature
up to 200 °C
Iron at a medial tem-
perature
up to 150°C
Iron at a low temper-
ature up to 110 °C;
without steam (steam
ironing may cause irre-
versible damage)
Do not iron
Professional Textile Care
Dry cleaning in tetra-
chloroethene
Dry cleaning in hy-
drocarbons
Do not dry clean
Professional wet clean Do not professional
wet clean
6.4 Loading the appliance
▶Put in the laundry piece by piece
▶Don‘t overload. Note the dierent maximum load according to programmes! Rule of
thumb for maximum load: Keep six inches between load and drum top.
▶Close the door carefully. Make sure that no pieces of laundry are pinched.

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6.5 Selecting detergent
▶Washing eciency and performance is determined by used detergent quality.
▶Use only machine wash approved detergent.
▶If needed use specic detergents, e.g. for synthetic and woolen fabric.
▶Mind always detergent manufacturer recommendations.
▶Do not use dry cleaning agents such as trichloroethylene and similar products.
Choose the best detergent
Programme
Kind of detergent
Universal Colour Delicate Special Softener
Cotton L/P L/P - - o
Mix L/P L/P - - o
Synthetic L/P L/P L - o
Jeans L/P L/P L - o
Sport - - - L o
Wool - - - L o
Underwear L/P L/P - - o
Hygienic L/P L/P L - o
Express 15 min L L - - o
Fast L L - - o
Daily Wash L/P L/P L - o
Baby Care L/P L/P - - o
Delicate/Silk - - L - o
Hand Wash - - - L o
Duvet - - L L o
R
L = gel-/liquid detergent P = powder detergent O = optional _= no
If using liquid detergent, it is not recommended to activate the time delay.
We recomment by using:
▶Laundry powder: 20°C to 90°C* (best use:: 40-60°C)
▶Color detergent: 20°C to 60°C (best use: 30-60°C)
▶Wool/delicate detergent: 20°C to 30°C (= best use:)
* Choose 90 °C wash temperature only for special hygienic requirements.

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6.7 Switch on the appliance
Press the „on/o“- button for two seconds to switch
on the appliance (Fig. 6-5). The LEDs of the button are
shining.
6.6 Adding detergent
1. Slide out the detergent drawer.
2. Put the required chemicals into corresponding
compartments (Fig. 6-4), refer to section 3.1 De-
tergent drawer.
3. Push back the drawer gently.
Note:
▶Remove detergent residues before next wash cycle from the detergent drawer.
▶Do not overuse detergent or softener.
▶Please follow the instruction on the detergent package.
▶Always ll the detergent just before the beginning of the wash cycle.
▶Concentrated liquid detergent should be diluted before adding.
▶Do not use liquid detergent if function „Delay“ is selected.
▶Carefully choose the programme settings according to the care symbols on all laun-
dry labels and according to the programme table.
6.8 Select a programme
To get the best washing results, select a programme
which ts the degree of soiling and sort of laundry
type.
Turn the programme knob (Fig. 6-6) to select the right
programme. Related programme LED lights up and
the default settings are displayed.
6.9 Add individual selections
Select required options and settings (Fig. 6-7); refer to
CONTROL PANEL.
Temp.
Stains Extra Delay Speed
Intense
Memo
speed rinse up
Spin
6-7
6-5 6-6
Note: Odour removal
Before rst use we recommended to run programme HYGIENIC with no load and small
amount of detergent in washing agent compartment (2) or special machine cleaner to
remove possibly corruptive residues.
6-4

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6.12 After washing
1. At programme cycle end END is displayed.
2. The appliance switches o automatically.
3. Remove laundry as soon as possible to go easy on it and to prevent more wrinkling.
4. Turn o the water supply.
5. Unplug the power cord.
6. Open the door to prevent formation of moisture and odours. Let it open while not used.
6.13 Activate or deactivate the buzzer
The acoustic signal can be deselected if necessary:
1. Switch on the appliance.
2. Select the SPIN + DRAIN programme.
3. Press the “Delay “button and “Extra rinse” button at the same time for about three
seconds. “bEEP OFF” will be displayed and the buzzer will be deactivated.
For activating the buzzer press these two buttons at the same time again. “bEEP ON” will
be displayed.
6.11 Interrupt - cancel wash programme
To interrupt a running programme press gently “Start/Pause“. Programme run-time is
flashing. Press it again to resume operation.
To cancel a running programme and all its individual settings:
1. Press “Start/Pause” button to interrupt the running programme.
2. Press „On/O“ button for about three seconds to switch the appliance o.
3. Run programme SPIN + DRAIN to drain the water.
4. Select a new programme and start it.
Note: Door lock
▶For safety reasons the door is locked partially during the washing cycle. It is only pos-
sible to open the door at the end of the programme or after the programme was can-
celled correctly (see description above); “door is open”-symbol is displayed.
▶In case of high water level, high water temperature and during spinning it is not pos-
sible to open the door; the “door lock“-symbol is displayed.
Note: Standby mode / energy-saving mode
The switched on appliance will go into standby mode if it will not be activated within
two minutes before starting the programme or at the end of programme. The display
switsches o . This saves energy. To interrupt the standby-mode push one button.
6.10 Start wash programme
Press “Start/Pause“ button (Fig. 6-8) to start; appli-
ance operates according to present settings. Changes
are only possible by cancelling the programme.
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Environmentally responsible use
▶To achieve best use of energy, water, detergent and time you should use the recom-
mended maximum load size.
▶Do not overload (hand width clearance above laundry).
▶For slightly soiled laundry select the Quick Wash programme.
▶Apply exact dosages of each washing agent.
▶Choose the lowest adequate washing temperature - modern detergents are e-
ciently cleaning below 60°C.
▶Raise default settings only due to heavy staining.
▶Select max. spinning speed if a domestic dryer is used.

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8.1 Cleaning the detergent drawer
Take always care there are no detergent residues.
Clean the drawer regularly (Fig. 8-1):
1. Pull out the drawer until it stops.
2. Press the release button and remove the drawer.
3. Flush the drawer with water until it is clean and
insert the drawer back in the appliance.
8.2 Cleaning the machine
▶Unplug the machine during cleaning and mainte-
nance.
▶Use a soft cloth with soap liquid to clean the ma-
chine case (Fig. 8-2) and rubber components.
▶Do not use organic chemicals or corrosive sol-
vents.
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Note: Hygiene
For regular maintenance we recommend to run programme HYGIENIC with no load in
order to remove possible corruptive residues from time to time. Add a small amount of
detergent in washing agent compartment (2) - or use a special machine cleaner
8.3 Water inlet valve and inlet valve lter
To prevent blockage of water supply by solid substanc-
es like lime clean regularly the inlet valve lter.
▶Unplug the power cord and turn o the water
supply.
▶Unscrew the water inlet hose at the back (Fig.
8-3) of the appliance as well as on the tap.
▶Flush the lters with water and a brush (Fig. 8-4).
▶Insert the lter and install the inlet hose.
8.4 Cleaning the drum
▶Remove accidentally washed metal parts such as
pins, coins, etc. from the drum (Fig. 8-5) because
they cause rust stains and damage.
▶Use a non-chloride cleaner for removing rust
stains. Observe the warning hints of the cleaning
agent manufacturer.
▶Do not use any hard objects or steel wool for clean-
ing.
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